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What is the primary purpose of intravenous therapy?

To supplement fluid intake and deliver medications (correct)

To administer medications via oral route

To replace blood volumes only

To provide nutritional support exclusively

When administering IV medications, what should be done before giving an IV bolus?

Double the prescribed dose

Check the dose and dilution (correct)

Use a peripheral access only

Mix the medication with blood

Which of the following is a guideline for safe IV medication administration?

IV medications should never be administered through blood-infusing tubing (correct)

Administering medications via an infusion pump is optional

IV bolus is the preferred method for all medications

Medications can be added to any hanging IV container

What type of IV access can be used for large-volume infusions?

Both peripheral and central venous access Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of a volume-controlled infusion?

It delivers medication in a continuous manner over time Signup and view all the answers

How are IV medications that can cause serious adverse reactions best administered?

Through an infusion pump Signup and view all the answers

For what duration should an IV bolus typically be administered?

1 to 2 minutes or longer if needed Signup and view all the answers

What fluid volume is commonly used for continuous IV infusion?

500 to 1,000 mL Signup and view all the answers

What should be verified before infusing a medication through IV tubing?

The compatibility of the medication with IV solutions Signup and view all the answers

Which patient population requires special consideration to avoid hematoma formation?

Older adults and clients with fragile veins Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using an IV for medication administration?

Immediate effects and constant therapeutic blood levels Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken if IV fluids that are incompatible with the medication are currently infusing?

Flush the IV access before and after administration Signup and view all the answers

When preparing to infuse IV medication, where should the nurse administer the medication?

At the IV port closest to the client Signup and view all the answers

What tool can be used to aid in visualizing veins without overdistending them?

A blood pressure cuff Signup and view all the answers

What should a nurse do before administering an IV medication?

Assess the patency of the IV access Signup and view all the answers

Which method is discouraged when trying to visualize veins in a client?

Slapping the extremity Signup and view all the answers

What is a recommended position for the client to help visualize the veins during IV insertion?

Hand below the heart level Signup and view all the answers

What should be avoided when cleaning the IV site?

Using the back of the client’s hand Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential disadvantage of administering IV fluids too rapidly?

Circulatory fluid overload Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions should be taken first if a client experiences IV infiltration?

Remove the IV catheter Signup and view all the answers

What action is appropriate to perform after detecting IV extravasation?

Notify the provider and document Signup and view all the answers

What should be done to minimize irritation of the vein lining during IV fluid administration?

Reduce the infusion rate gradually Signup and view all the answers

Which client condition requires careful consideration for finding veins?

Obesity Signup and view all the answers

Which symptom indicates potential IV infiltration?

Pallor and local swelling Signup and view all the answers

What is the first action a nurse should take if an IV infusion is infiltrated?

Stop the infusion and remove the catheter. Signup and view all the answers

In which situation should a nurse confirm with the provider before restarting an IV infusion?

If the patient still requires IV therapy. Signup and view all the answers

Which technique can be used to facilitate vein distention before IV catheter insertion?

Using a blood pressure cuff. Signup and view all the answers

What should the nurse do if swelling and decreased skin temperature are observed at the IV site?

Start a new IV access distal to the affected site. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following findings is NOT associated with IV infiltration?

Increased skin temperature. Signup and view all the answers

If a patient is receiving a nonvesicant solution and shows signs of infiltration, what should be done?

Apply warm compresses to the site. Signup and view all the answers

What preventative measure should be observed to minimize infiltration risks during IV therapy?

Use an infusion pump consistently. Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended action if fluid infiltration from a vesicant solution occurs?

Withdraw the vesicant solution and inform the doctor. Signup and view all the answers

What is the first action the nurse should take when the IV access is no longer functional?

Withdraw the solution from the IV access. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a potential complication of IV therapy?

Gastrointestinal bleeding Signup and view all the answers

What is one indication for initiating IV therapy?

To supplement fluid intake Signup and view all the answers

Which condition involves inflammation of the vein due to IV therapy?

Phlebitis Signup and view all the answers

What action should a nurse take if signs of infiltration are noted?

Remove the IV catheter and apply heat. Signup and view all the answers

Which complication of IV therapy involves the escape of fluid into surrounding tissues?

Infiltration Signup and view all the answers

Which complication is characterized by tissue damage from a vesicant agent?

Extravasation Signup and view all the answers

When assessing for fluid overload during IV therapy, which symptom should the nurse look for?

Shortness of breath Signup and view all the answers

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What is the primary purpose of intravenous therapy?

When administering IV medications, what should be done before giving an IV bolus?

Which of the following is a guideline for safe IV medication administration?

What type of IV access can be used for large-volume infusions?

What is a key feature of a volume-controlled infusion?

How are IV medications that can cause serious adverse reactions best administered?

For what duration should an IV bolus typically be administered?

What fluid volume is commonly used for continuous IV infusion?

What should be verified before infusing a medication through IV tubing?

Which patient population requires special consideration to avoid hematoma formation?

What is the advantage of using an IV for medication administration?

What action should be taken if IV fluids that are incompatible with the medication are currently infusing?

When preparing to infuse IV medication, where should the nurse administer the medication?

What tool can be used to aid in visualizing veins without overdistending them?

What should a nurse do before administering an IV medication?

Which method is discouraged when trying to visualize veins in a client?

What is a recommended position for the client to help visualize the veins during IV insertion?

What should be avoided when cleaning the IV site?

What is a potential disadvantage of administering IV fluids too rapidly?

Which of the following actions should be taken first if a client experiences IV infiltration?

What action is appropriate to perform after detecting IV extravasation?

What should be done to minimize irritation of the vein lining during IV fluid administration?

Which client condition requires careful consideration for finding veins?

Which symptom indicates potential IV infiltration?

What is the first action a nurse should take if an IV infusion is infiltrated?

In which situation should a nurse confirm with the provider before restarting an IV infusion?

Which technique can be used to facilitate vein distention before IV catheter insertion?

What should the nurse do if swelling and decreased skin temperature are observed at the IV site?

Which of the following findings is NOT associated with IV infiltration?

If a patient is receiving a nonvesicant solution and shows signs of infiltration, what should be done?

What preventative measure should be observed to minimize infiltration risks during IV therapy?

What is the recommended action if fluid infiltration from a vesicant solution occurs?

What is the first action the nurse should take when the IV access is no longer functional?

Which of the following is NOT a potential complication of IV therapy?

What is one indication for initiating IV therapy?

Which condition involves inflammation of the vein due to IV therapy?

What action should a nurse take if signs of infiltration are noted?

Which complication of IV therapy involves the escape of fluid into surrounding tissues?

Which complication is characterized by tissue damage from a vesicant agent?

When assessing for fluid overload during IV therapy, which symptom should the nurse look for?

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